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EY · 2 weeks ago

Assistant General Counsel, Technology and Managed Services - Senior Manager

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$211K/yr - $406K/yr

8+ years exp

EY is a global leader in assurance, consulting, strategy and transactions, dedicated to building a better working world. The Assistant General Counsel for Technology and Managed Services will provide legal support for managed services and technology agreements, focusing on drafting, negotiating, and advising on complex legal terms and conditions.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Drafting/updating and negotiation of client facing Technology & Managed Services Agreements, including advising on contractual strategy and risk, and keeping up to date with relevant legal developments

Advising on key legal risks associated with the technology underpinning Managed Services Agreements

Collaborating closely with other members of the US GCO as well as local counsel in other EY member firms

Coordination of legal resources on managed services projects

Support coordination with cross functional business and internal support teams (Data Privacy, Talent, Information Security, and Tax) as necessary or appropriate for Technology & Managed Services Agreements

Advising on the accuracy and sufficiency of contractual documentation to effectively protect EY interests

Understanding existing EY policies and developing/enhancing policies and guidance relevant to managed services and other technology services and products

Managing workflow in a highly dynamic environment and remaining highly responsive, reliable, communicative, and accountable to team leadership and other members of the GCO

Building relationships and teaming seamlessly with other members of GCO, within the Legal Practice Groups, as appropriate, to deliver exceptional service to clients of GCO

Developing and delivering training on Technology & Managed Services Agreements, knowledge sharing and best practice across the legal network and business, where requested or appropriate

Qualification

Technology & Managed Services AgreementsData privacy lawIntellectual property lawNegotiation skillsCross-border contractingCloud computingArtificial intelligenceContracting templates developmentCultural intelligenceSolution orientedCommunicationInterpersonal skillsEmotional intelligenceTeam collaborationCritical thinking

Required

8+ years of relevant complex services and technology-related transactional experience in a client-facing capacity, including drafting and leading the negotiation of Technology & Managed Services Agreements

Experience negotiating across from client's internal counsel, outside law firms, and procurement

Experience developing contracting templates, playbooks and standards

Experience in data privacy, intellectual property law and the use and provision of technology in the context of Technology & Managed Services Agreements

Experience with cross-border contracting (including employee matters such as auto-transfer laws, local country agreements, and cross boarder data transfer)

Ability to understand, assess, and negotiate terms for current and new technologies (including cloud and AI), and explain the related legal and business risks in a practical manner

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills

High degree of cultural and emotional intelligence, and demonstrated aptitude for resilience, flexibility, and ability to adapt to changing circumstances and dynamics

Ability to work independently and team effectively with colleagues in other functions and geographic locations

Ability to grasp, understand, and accurately articulate and document complex legal and contractual principles, and balance risk from both a legal and commercial perspective

Highly responsive with ability to manage high workload volumes and competing priorities efficiently and effectively

Solution oriented with focus on exceptional client service

Experience in a managed services counsel role in a technology or consulting organization with experience leading negotiations

A bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year college

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Membership in a State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law

Good standing with the applicable State Bar including being current on individual state Continuing Legal Education requirements

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k) plans

A wide range of paid time off options

Flexible vacation policy

Designated EY Paid Holidays

Winter/Summer breaks

Personal/Family Care

Other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being

Company

EY

Glassdoor3.8

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society, the planet, while building trust in the capital markets.

Founded in 1989

London, England, GBR

10001+ employees

http://www.ey.com

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